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  Unpacking: Sibiya arrest | Feroz Khan to Madlanga Commission 26.09.2026 1j 2min

  Suspended SAPS Deputy National Commissioner Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya was arrested this week, suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's house was raided and phone seized and many more interesting developments took place this week. In this 'Week in Review' episode, Otsile Nkadimeng and Oratile Kekana unpack what happened this week and preview the week to come. Feroz Khan is also expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission next week, with some evidence in-camera.
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  Sello Maake kaNcube unpacks: Generations, Mkhwanazi, Lion King, Madlanga, acting, Marlen Brando 24.09.2026 1j 50min

  Sello Maake kaNcube joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh on SMWX for a conversation about his acting career, South Africa’s political direction and the responsibilities of fatherhood. From his experiences on Generations to playing Mufasa in The Lion King, Sello reflects on his journey through television and theatre, the frustrations behind leaving Generations and the importance of ownership and control over Black storytelling. He also shares his concerns about South Africa’s leadership and future, discussing the revelations surrounding General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and the Madlanga Commission. Beyond the screen and politics, the conversation explores masculinity, personal accountability and his relationship with his children—bringing together reflections on art, identity and the values we pass on to the next generation.
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  Sindane dodges Madlanga Commission? 23.09.2026 22min

  Has taxi-boss and Sibanyoni-associate, Bafana Sindane, dodged the Madlanga Commission? Sindane's legal representatives applied for a postponement at the Commission, citing medical reasons and a "spiritual seclusion" as reasons that necessitated the postponement. The Commission granted the postponement until Monday next week and Sindane is expected to give evidence then. Cat Matlala's wife, Tsakani Matlala, was also arrested a day ago and we unpack this and more!
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  Sibiya charged, Masemola absolved 22.09.2026 22min

  Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner, Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya, appeared before the Randburg Magistrate's Court on charges of alleged sexual assault. We unpack this and the withdrawal of charges against suspended National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola.
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  Sibanyoni plays hardball at Madlanga Commission? 21.09.2026 20min

  Joe Ferarri Sibanyoni appeared befoe the Madlanga Commission again today and continued reading his statement into the record. In this episode, we unpack his testimony and what it means for the bigger picture and allegations that Gen Mkhwanazi made on July 6th 2025.
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  Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi speaks out: Mkhwanazi, Ramaphosa, Madlanga, Phala Phala, Constitution, Ad hoc 20.09.2026 3j 6min

  Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi joins Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh for a wide-ranging conversation on life after politics, South Africa’s political landscape and his renewed focus on civil society. In this joint broadcast between SMWX and the African Renaissance Podcast, Ndlozi reflects on stepping away from the political spotlight and outlines his vision for the Batho Pele Convention, community self-reliance and rebuilding public schools. The discussion tackles the Madlanga Commission, Gen. Mkhwanazi’s allegations, Parliament’s ad hoc committee, Phala Phala and accountability in government and the media. Against the backdrop of Ndlozi’s new book, Love and Violence, the two also debate South Africa’s Constitution, the legacy of apartheid, land redistribution and whether constitutional rights go far enough in addressing economic inequality. From Black Consciousness and African unity to independent media and community organising, this conversation explores what freedom means in practice, and how citizens can shape their communities beyond party politics.
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  9 women murdered: Outrage over SA's femicide crisis 19.09.2026 13min

  The killings of women in Kempton Park and across Ekurhuleni have left families grieving and communities demanding answers. Why are women still unsafe — and what must change? In this SMWX analysis, Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh examines the background to the killings, the wider crisis of gender-based violence, and the response from government and society.
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  ANC loses IEC case. What now? 17.09.2026 19min

  The ANC took the IEC to the Electoral Court over claims that there were technical glitches that prevented them from submitting a number of candidates on their lists to the IEC. The Electoral Court has since ruled against the ANC. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the details of this case as well as the consequences for the ANC leading up to the 2026 Local Government Elections.
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  Aubrey Matshiqi on Madlanga Commission, ANC v IEC, Phala Phala, Joburg, 2026 election, Mkhwanazi 17.09.2026 1j 7min

  Gogo Aubrey Matshiqi joins Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh for a wide-ranging analysis of South Africa's political moment: the Madlanga Commission, Phala Phala, the ANC's crisis and the 2026 local government elections. What remains unanswered about the relationship between organised crime, corruption and the state? What does presidential accountability mean in practice? And how could voter disillusionment and political realignment reshape Johannesburg? The conversation also explores ANC history, infiltration and Matshiqi's experience of the SABC blacklist. Allegations discussed are distinguished from established findings. Watch the full conversation and share your perspective in the comments. Subscribe to SMWX for in-depth South African political interviews and analysis.
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  Serial killer on the loose in Kempton Park? 14.09.2026 21min

  Five bodies of women have been found in and around the Kempton Park area in the last two months and the fourth being of the no-late runner, Elizabeth 'Tsontso' Moselakgomo. This has sparked outrage at the continous targeting of women in South Africa. Is there a serial killer on the loose in Kempton Park? We unpack it all in this episode.
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  ANC drags IEC to court 08.09.2026 25min

  The ANC has in the last few days embroiled itself in a 'late' submission dramatic spectacle, after they allegedly failed to submit some of their candidate lists on time to the IEC last week Friday. In this analysis episode, we unpack what the consequence for this might be and how the ANC is potentially crumbling internally over who should take accountability for this saga.
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  ANC drops the ball on 'late' candidate lists? 07.09.2026 17min

  In this analysis episode, Otsile Nkadimeng unpacks the trial of former National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and her attempt at getting the case thrown out, the ANC's scramble after the allegedly submitted their candidate lists to the IEC late. We also unpack the Vusimusi Cat Matlala attempted trial and the latest coming from there.
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  Lord Peter Hain unpacks: Mkhwanazi, Apartheid, Trump, Ramaphosa, ANC, Jacob Zuma, Madlanga, Big 5 06.09.2026 52min

  Lord Peter Hain joins us on SMWX for a wide-ranging conversation on apartheid, the ANC, corruption, Nelson Mandela, Donald Trump, the Madlanga Commission and the alleged infiltration of South Africa’s law-enforcement institutions. Drawing on his extraordinary political journey — from growing up in apartheid South Africa and becoming a leading anti-apartheid activist to serving in the British government and House of Lords — Hain reflects on the values that drove the liberation struggle and why he now feels personally “betrayed” by the corruption that followed. He discusses the ANC’s decline, Jacob Zuma and State Capture, while arguing that corruption in South Africa did not begin in 1994 and that apartheid itself was deeply corrupt. The conversation also explores the international machinery behind corruption, including the role of banks, corporations, lawyers, financial advisers, offshore jurisdictions and foreign governments in enabling illicit money to leave developing countries. Hain makes the case for an International Anti-Corruption Court capable of targeting corruption that crosses national borders.
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  Minister Thembi Simelane unpacks: TRC Inquiry, Nokuthula Simelane, Steve Biko, NPA, Apartheid 05.09.2026 1j 2min

  Minister Thembi Simelane joins us for a deeply personal conversation about the disappearance of her sister, Nokuthula Simelane, an MK operative who was abducted by apartheid security police in 1983 and whose remains have never been found. Simelane reflects on her family’s decades-long search for truth and justice, the investigations and legal battles surrounding Nokuthula’s case, and the broader struggle faced by families still seeking answers about crimes committed during apartheid. She also discusses the work of the Nokuthula Simelane Foundation and the difficult questions surrounding accountability, reconciliation and the unfinished business of the TRC process.
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  Unpacking: Ramaphosa Phala Phala case | 2026 Elections | "Big 5" cartel 05.09.2026 48min

  Otsile Nkadimeng and Khumo Khumalo unpack the arguments before the Western Cape High Court in President Ramaphosa's review case. We also preview the upcoming local government elections and why some political parties seem to be slow at ramping up their campaigns.
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  Will court bail out Cyril on Phala Phala? 04.09.2026 42min

  President Ramaphosa's review of the s89 panel report continued in the Western Cape High Court and we also unpack the revelations out of Dr Lebeya's testimony at the Madlanga Commission.
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  Court to bail out Cyril? 03.09.2026 42min

  President Ramaphosa's review of the s89 panel report continued in the Western Cape High Court and we also unpack the revelations out of Dr Lebeya's testimony at the Madlanga Commission.
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  Ramaphosa vs Impeachment: Epic Phala Phala Court Battle 02.09.2026 1j 1min

  Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh unpacks one of the most consequential accountability cases of Cyril Ramaphosa’s presidency as the Western Cape High Court considers his attempt to review and set aside the Section 89 independent panel report on Phala Phala. The report found prima facie evidence that Ramaphosa may have committed serious misconduct and became the basis for a full parliamentary impeachment inquiry. At stake is whether the President’s legal challenge will correct a flawed process—or help him avoid the public accountability that the impeachment inquiry was intended to provide.
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  Feroz Khan ducks Madlanga 01.09.2026 18min

  Feroz Khan brought a postponment application to the Madlanga Commission and former Hawks boss Godfrey Lebeya returned to continue his testimony at the Madlanga Commission. We unpack this and more.
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  Govender drops explosive phone recordings 31.08.2026 32min

  Lt Col Govender appeared before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today and revealed explosive phone recordings. We unpack this in today's analysis, as well as Feroz Khan's surprise hospitalisation.